Stage 5 · B1–B2

Level B1–B2

Emphasis: c’est… qui / que — understand and recognise

Emphasis: c’est… qui / que: progressive explanation, topic-specific examples, guided exercises and a corrected assessment.

Duration: 25 minPrerequisites: concession-produirePass mark: 80%

1. Objective

By the end, you will identify and explain “Emphasis: c’est… qui / que” in new examples.

2. Discover

Compare: C’est Léa qui a appelé.; C’est ce livre que je cherche.; Ce que je veux, c’est du temps.; Ce qui compte, c’est la régularité.. Which clue helps you recognise mise en relief?

3. Understand

To understand “Emphasis: c’est… qui / que”, start from the examples rather than an abstract definition. Notice how the groups connect. Meaning comes from their relationship, not only from isolated words.

C’est Léa qui a appelé.C’est ce livre que je cherche.Ce que je veux, c’est du temps.Ce qui compte, c’est la régularité.Lui, il préfère attendre.C’est demain que nous partons.Exemple à observer : un étudiant téléphone pour le projet.
Watch out

First identify the relation between the ideas: cause, consequence, contrast, condition, time… Choose the connector from the meaning, not the other way around.

4. Guided practice

5. Independent practice

6. Write / speak

Create two personal examples with “Emphasis: c’est… qui / que”: one close to the model and one from your own day.

7. Check your learning

8. Remember

For mise en relief, identify the context first, then the form carrying the useful information. Always check your answer in a complete sentence.

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9. Now I can…

  • I can recognise “Emphasis: c’est… qui / que” in a new example.
  • I can justify my choice and create an example.